When “Hinders” shows up in a puzzle, these answers have been used before to solve it—making this list a helpful resource for testing entries that are already puzzle-proven.
Likely Answers:
- EMBARS
- DETERS
- STYMIES
- IMPEDES
- THWARTS
- HAMPERS
- INHIBITS
- OBSTRUCTS
Synonyms and Definitions
DETERS
- Synonyms: deter, discourage, dissuade
- Definition: Attempt to stop; demonstrate resistance against
STYMIES
- Synonyms: block, blockade, embarrass, hinder, obstruct, stymie
IMPEDES
- Synonyms: close up, impede, jam, obturate, occlude
THWARTS
- Synonyms: baffle, bilk, cross, cross thwart, foil, frustrate, queer, scotch, spoil
HAMPERS
- Synonyms: bond, cramp, halter, handicap, shackle, strangle, trammel
INHIBITS
- Synonyms: bottle up, conquer, curb, inhibit, stamp down, subdue, suppress
OBSTRUCTS
- Synonyms: stymy